Loading transcript…
Synopsis
In the Gunsmoke episode 'Wind', Dodge City is thrown into disarray by the arrival of Dolly Varden, a captivating gambler whose presence seems to bring out the worst in the local men. As she moves from one player to another, her ability to make those around her lucky at Faro leads to fierce competition and ultimately, violence. The town is on edge, and tensions are running high after a recent killing linked to her influence.
Featured in playlists
Goldie Originals that include this night
Suspense
Kaleidoscope
In 'Kaleidoscope', a spaceship explodes, leaving the surviving crew members to confront their impending doom as they drift through the vastness of space.
Fort Laramie
Nature Boy
The Quiring family arrives at Fort Laramie, bringing their eccentric interests in Indian culture and nature. As Captain Quince tries to escort them, he discovers their adventurous spirit leads to unexpected complications.
Have Gun — Will Travel
Finn Alley
Miss Wong has been kidnapped. Paladin gets shanghaied when he visits the Barbary Coast! See cat. #46813 for a quality upgrade, network, sponsored version of this broadcast.
Let George Do It
The Man From Jaune Cache (aka-The Man From French Guiana)
George Valentine investigates a mysterious man watching the home of a client, who fears for his safety due to his brother-in-law's return from South America. As tensions rise, George uncovers a web of secrets and danger.
Broadway Is My Beat
The John Mooney Murder Case
Detective Danny Clover investigates the reappearance of a thousand-dollar bill linked to a five-year-old murder and robbery. As he delves into the case, he uncovers connections to recently paroled Les Chaney.
Richard Diamond, Private Detective
The George Lexington Murder Case
Richard Diamond investigates the murder of George Lexington, who is found shot and stabbed. June Morris, discovered with the smoking gun, claims she shot him, but the mystery deepens with the discovery of the knife in his back.
Gunsmoke
Marshal Proudfoot
Chester Proudfoot's father visits Dodge City, bringing unexpected revelations about Chester's life as a U.S. Marshal. Tensions rise as Chester struggles with his father's expectations and his own sense of identity.
Gunsmoke
The Guitar
Weeb Pendle, a simple-minded man, arrives in Dodge City and becomes the target of bullies. As tensions rise, he faces a dangerous situation that tests his resilience.
Gunsmoke
Amy's Good Deed
Amy Slater arrives in Dodge with a dark intention, seeking Marshal Dillon to end her life. As she confronts him, the stakes rise as Dillon grapples with her desperate plea and his own moral code.
Gunsmoke
Mavis McCloud
Mavis McCloud arrives in Dodge City seeking a husband, but her intentions quickly lead to complications for Marshal Dillon. As her past catches up with her, the stakes rise for everyone involved.
Gunsmoke
Laughing Gas
The Marsh Boys disrupt a laughing gas show, leading to chaos and violence when one of them becomes enraged after being humiliated. U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon must intervene to restore order and protect the townsfolk.
Gunsmoke
Jealousy
A Faro dealer named Lonnie Pike threatens trouble for Marshal Dillon after a violent confrontation. As jealousy and suspicion brew, tensions rise when Pike's past collides with the present.
Tense
Same mood, other nights on the dial
Suspense
Sorry, Wrong Number
An invalid woman overhears a chilling conversation about a planned murder while struggling with a malfunctioning telephone. As she fights to alert the authorities, the stakes rise with each passing moment.
The Lone Ranger
Cold Spring Showdown (Last Original 'Live' Broadcast)
The Lone Ranger and Tonto prepare to defend Cold Spring against a band of outlaws led by Red Eagle, who are intent on stealing a chest of gold. Tensions rise as the outlaws launch their attack on the stagecoach station.
Dangerously Yours
The Highwayman
In The Highwayman, a daring outlaw confronts a wealthy coachman while seeking romance with the landlord's daughter, Bess. The stakes rise as love and danger intertwine under the moonlit sky.
X Minus One
At the Post
A race track tout struggles to save his wife, who has fallen into a catatonic state, believing she is being controlled by aliens. He uses his knowledge of horse racing to uncover the truth behind her condition and the impending doom of mankind.
The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe
Stamped for Murder
Nero Wolfe faces a pressing dilemma when a young woman seeks his help to recover her inheritance, which her father has squandered on a dubious treasure map. As Wolfe reluctantly takes on the case, the stakes rise with the revelation of swindlers and hidden value.
Crime
More stories in this vein
Gunsmoke
Old Faces
Tom Cook confronts Ed Ivers after Ivers insults his wife, Tilda, leading to escalating tensions in Dodge City. The stakes rise as Tom's honor and safety are put on the line in a potential gunfight.
The Six Shooter
Jenny
The Six Shooter encounters a young man injured in a gully and helps him reach safety, only to find himself in a tense situation with a mysterious woman at a nearby cabin.
An Evening With Groucho
Tough Chicago Critic Story
Groucho reflects on the tough Chicago critic Percy Hammond, who famously panned the Marx Brothers' act. He shares anecdotes about Hammond's career and his interactions with notable figures in theater.
